Train Sim World 2018 is a realistic, first-person train simulator video game developed by Dovetail Games that was first released on PC in 2017 and subsequently launched for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on July 24, 2018. The 2018 version (often referred to simply as Train Sim World or sometimes the Train Sim World 2020 Edition in later releases) was an update to the original PC-only version, adding new routes and content.
Key Features
The game distinguishes itself through a focus on authenticity and immersive gameplay:
- Realism: The game uses Dovetail’s proprietary SimuGraph® vehicle dynamics engine and Unreal Engine 4® technology to replicate the performance, sounds, and feel of real trains with a high degree of authenticity.
- First-Person Perspective: Players can explore highly detailed, 1:1 scale environments on foot and interact with the trains and world from a first-person perspective.
- Routes: The initial console release in 2018 included three major routes:
- Great Western Express (London Paddington–Reading, UK)
- Rapid Transit (Dessau Hauptbahnhof–Markkleeberg-Gaschwitz, Germany)
- Northeast Corridor (New Rochelle–Newark Liberty International Airport, USA)
- Gameplay: The game is designed for players of all skill levels, from novices to experts, and includes tutorials to help master the complex controls. The main goal is to deliver passengers and cargo on tight schedules, with the challenge of managing various controls and potential train faults.
Platform and Availability
Train Sim World was released for Microsoft Windows, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. The game primarily features single-player modes.
Since the 2018 release, Dovetail Games has released several newer iterations of the game, including Train Sim World 2, 3, 4, and the current release, Train Sim World 6, each adding new features and routes. Existing content from older versions is often compatible with newer releases, allowing players to carry their collections forward.
For more information on the game and its sequels, you can visit the official Dovetail Games website.
Base Routes
Add-on Routes
